São Benedito Population 2026
São Benedito has a population of 47,640, making it the #703 biggest city in 🇧🇷 Brazil, located in Ceará. It is about 260× smaller than São Paulo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
47,640
Rank in Brazil
#703
Coordinates
4.05°S, 40.87°W
~901 m elevation · America/Fortaleza
Distance to capital (Brasília)
1,516 km
941 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Ceará
| City | Population | Rank in Brazil |
|---|---|---|
| Fortaleza | 2,400,000 | #5 |
| Caucaia | 355,679 | #68 |
| Maracanaú | 234,509 | #122 |
| Juazeiro do Norte | 225,230 | #130 |
| Sobral | 203,023 | #143 |
| Itapipoca | 131,123 | #223 |
| Crato | 131,050 | #224 |
| Maranguape | 105,093 | #302 |
Cities near São Benedito
- Ibiapina23,965 people · ~14 km away
- Carnaubal17,210 people · ~16 km away
- Guaraciaba do Norte42,053 people · ~19 km away
- Ubajara32,767 people · ~22 km away
- Frecheirinha15,657 people · ~33 km away
- Reriutaba18,606 people · ~33 km away
FAQ
What is the population of São Benedito?
São Benedito has a population of 47,640 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #703 biggest city in Brazil.
What region is São Benedito in?
São Benedito is located in Ceará, Brazil.
Is São Benedito the capital of Brazil?
No, the capital of Brazil is Brasília, about 1,516 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.